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Nothing to look at here!
I have been in London to attend a Patek event and came across a watch that caught my eye from a brand that would not normally catch my eye. I must confess I have never been a great fan of Rolex partly because I have been partial to dress watches with leather straps and partly because I felt that the brand had become too commercialised. People were buying the brand but not necessarily the watch if you know what I mean. So those who know me well would be quite surprised that after minimal deliberation because it seemed like a no brainer, I have spoiled myself with a Rolex Datejust, the ref 126234-0013 ie stainless steel with white gold bezel and I opted for the more classical silver dial rather than a black or blue dial. The watch is in 36mm, a size very attune to my 6.5 inch wrist. I simply love the jubilee bracelet which is ultra comfortable although many might prefer the oyster bracelet. I personally feel that the jubilee bracelet makes the watch look a bit more expensive (which it is!) like a piece of ornament.
You might even notice that I have not even removed the tags from the watch as I tend to take my time to fully appreciate every single detail of a watch. Last year my AD in Malaysia sold me a Daytona which I just felt was too large for me. A fellow purist with a similar sized wrist to mine now enjoys the watch and I am glad because it has gone to an appreciative owner. I am so glad I have waited this long to buy a Roiex that I feel will be part of my life for a very long time. Thank you for reading.
Nothing to look at here!
I have been in London to attend a Patek event and came across a watch that caught my eye from a brand that would not normally catch my eye. I must confess I have never been a great fan of Rolex partly because I have been partial to dress watches with leat...
Thank you very much for the good wishes!
This is quite a departure from my norm but I think it is a good departure!
Congrats my friend . Great catch although you also know that i am not a Huge Rolex fan too (but i bought a few of them for my family recently , who are a fan of there watches )
I have to say this 36 looks great on your wrist 👌🏻. Love that silver dial . Classic and timeless imho . Wear it in best of health 🙏🏻🤗
Many thanks my friend!
I am afraid I am the black sheep of the family as none of of my family members like watches so I am financially safe to spoil only myself! This will probably be the only Rolex I shall ever own but such is its allure that I feel it can be worn on all occas...
My only bracelet watch
and I am going to enjoy it especially in the humid weather of Malaysia!
Thank you for your kind acknowledgement!
For a Rolex to win me over is a testament of this watch's prowess!
I love the 40mm sports Rolex watches
but they are all too large on my wrist. The 37mm Yachtmaster is probably the closest thing to a good fit for me but I am not too keen on the oyster bracelet. And yes, I agree that the white gold bezel is a nice touch. Thank you Uncle Chico
Thanks Nico!
I still can't believe it has happened. There was a better chance of me buying almost any other brand but Rolex! But in my mind I had a picture of the perfect Rolex. This was it!
Believe it or not but
I have had to sell my 3 month old Grand Seiko to help finance this purchase. This is the only snag of being retired otherwise known as unemployed where when one watch enters, another has to be sacrificed!
“One in, one out”- a nice strategy but hasn’t worked for me
I’m retired but haven’t developed the discipline to say NO, so I totally avoid going to dealers! Of course if one must work RWS watches into the equation, then one must have a long-term view ... 😉 Cazalea
There are pensioners and there are pensioners! :-)
Bill Gates, I certainly am not so some form of discipline must be exercised. My almost new SBGW231 may find its way to San Diego hopefully
Thank you!
Although it is destined for all types of activities, I cannot imagine myself playing squash or swimming with it on! I guess I am just too careful with these precious possession or I just not as brave as others!
Yes, but I'm sure you'll get used to wearing it without much worry, that's actually one the best features of a Rolex...
For instance, with this DJ I even play tennis in Italy (not soccer though, since I'm the goalkeeper! . It was one of the first watches I bought, in 2006, and I haven't serviced it once in 13 years yet! A real beast Cheers. ...
That is most impressive!
I like the thought that the watch does not require a service after 13 years. I guess that is why Rolex can comfortably offer a five year guarantee on all their new watches. Thanks for the encouragement!
IMHO
this watch is far superior to any Patek sports offerings. Patek is the absolute best for PM complications and Calatravas. It is actually a good thing TS appreciates the heritage of the company. This watch is sharp, robust and really swim proof (without th...
To be honest
when I looked at the Rolex website, I only saw the black dial and had not realised that a silver dial was also available. Hence, when I passed the Roles AD, I had to take a double take and ask all sorts of ignorant questions. Would you know when this silv...
Thanks Mike for the valuable information!
But would you happen to know if the Ref 126324 was released this year or last?!
Excellent
You’ve made an excellent choice. This watch may n t have the grand dame allure of a Patek, nor the classy history of VC but it’s a watch 5hat will become your friend for many decades to come. A watch that 20 years from now will still bring a smile to your...
That is indeed a huge compliment to the Rolex!
Thank you! Any watch that can make its owner smile after 20 years of ownership is a watch worth every penny! The attractiveness of this watch I believe is because it is not a Patek or VC!
Thank you for saying so Alberti!
I am not sure if it is sporty at all but it is without doubt the most sporty watch I have!
As it is in all steel, looks quite sporty to me..
I would wear with jeans, shorts, bermudas, a t shirt and so on... give it a try
A very sensible purchase and a very attractive one, too
Congrats to this timeless beauty that you will enjoy for many, many years to come: I think your plan will work! It is a great monochrome watch. Best Moritz
Thank you for your kind comments Moritz!
I look forward to this watch surviving many others in my small collection. I now understand why when asked what was his favourite watch brand, Roger Smith replied "Rolex'!
That’s a beautiful choice, my friend
somehow, I sort of guessed it would be something like this. Looking forward to seeing it on your wrist soon
Thanks Richard!
It had to be something as nice as this for me to sacrifice the SBW231 which I have been very happy with. What is the world coming to??!! You buying Pateks, me buying Grand Seiko and Rolex!!!
One of us is making positive progress
while the other is making questionable purchases! No prizes for guessing which one you are Richard!
NICE LOOKING
Very wearable/serviceable watch. Enjoy it!!!! It looks nice on your wrist.
Thank you for your generous comments.
For me when buying a watch, how it fits on the wrist triumphs above all. So when I was told that the lovely Rolex Datejust on display was 36mm, my eyes lit up like a boy in a toy shop! What am I saying?! It was a toy shop!!!
Good looking classic....
plus VAT and exchange rate in your favor, best way to get luxury items 👍🏻 Congratulations.
Yes I hope to get my VAT back
but the exchange rate had no effect on me since I still do not have a Malaysian credit card, only a couple in pounds sterling! It is quite interesting the number of stainless steel Rolex available in the UK compared to Malaysia where not a single Rolex AD...
Congrats on a classic
I suspect we have about the same wrist size. The Sub I have now is a tad too large at 40mm. I also hear u regarding your earlier comments re retired/unemployed (although I suspect you are simply being modest here). Perhaps we can catch up during the upcom...
Modesty I promise you is not my middle name! :-)
I hope to currently be in Singapore on Sunday 29 September and am booked for the noon entrance to the exhibition. Would love to meet up even if it is for a short while. I am flying in for the day. Your hotels are beyond my Malaysian budget Jim!
Haha no hotel here
Im from SG so everytime I come home I stay at mom's. Pitty, I have tic for the Oct 2 morning. Im due back to SG on the 1st.
You are more than welcome to KL anytime!!
Will invite you out for a meal should you drop by.
Please do!
PM me and give a little notice please so I can leave the city (just kidding!)
Gorgeous and fits you perfectly
The white dial really matches the WG fluted bezel very nicely, so overall the face of the watch looks so uniform. Great buy and I agree this is one Rolex that could still remain a daily ‘go to’ wear. Wear it in good health for ever!
Thank you very much for your observations!
I felt the same about the dial too which convinced me this Rolex would be a keeper.
A perfect watch that will NEVER get old!
You wear it very well, and I hope it will be with you often on your journeys. Cheers, Daniel
That is the highest compliment indeed Daniel, thank you.
The perfect watch is what we all aspire to. I think this watch is going to be an old workhorse and a watch I will always be able to count on.
This explains why
the resale value of Rolex is so strong even compared with Patek. Theoretically any watch fully machine made with an annual production of over a million has no right to demand such an amazing resale value but this has a knock on effect as it makes buying a...
Looks nice on you my friend
Knowing your preference for dress watches, this can work in any setting and must be one of the most versatile piece that Rolex makes in my view. Build quality and movement robustness doesn’t hurt either.. looking forward to your views on the nautilus and ...
Ha! Ha! Ha!
That won't happen for awhile until Patek decide I am worthy of the Nautilus which hopefully will happen within the next 18 months. Thank you for your kind comments! On a separate note, will you be going to Singapore for you know what??!!
Sorry for the late reply
I have yet to confirm when I can make the trip but most likely I would aim for the second weekend 5 Oct. You planning to be there the first weekend?
many congrats dear sham, this 36 looks darn good on your wrist
I enjoyed the background story on this too. May you wear this in great health. Best regards
Thank you so much for saying so!
I am actually going to the Malaysian AD within the next hour or two to get it resized!
Hey sham, biggest congrats from me for your aquisition.
The Datejust 36 mm is a very basic but wonderful companion for your wrist. Classic Qyster design, lovely silver dial and the wg bezel are making it a great easy wearing piece. And the Jubilee bracelet is making it even more comfy and cool. I hope - no, I ...
You could not be more right, thank you!
I have been giving the datejust total wrist time over the past 5 days!! To be honest as it is my first ever bracelet watch, the sight of a bracelet and a Rolex on my wrist is something that is quite foreign to me. But the watch is a winner and it feels so...
Haha, the journey that you’ve just started could become a pretty dangerous one.
Getting used to the classic Oyster look can be very addictive 😂 Watches like this could be a next step... ...
I think for me....
one bracelet watch is more than enough. Friends of mine keep saying the look is so different on me (or maybe they are just being polite rather than telling me the watch looks crap on me?!!). I normally only wear leather strap dress watches so wearing a Ro...
Never say never...
I used to be a guy who would have never worn a dress watch on a strap. And look at me now! Many different Patek watches on strap (not all strictly dress watches) on my wrist.
Maybe just maybe
moving to Patek dress watches could be construed as an upmarket move! No disrespect meant to Rolex. I am pretty sure this will be my last bracelet watch until the Patek 5711 which I am quite excited about. Due to limited funds and my watch budget for the ...
Congrats on the datejust!
Hard to do better for a daily wearer, and also great for when you want to keep your heavier artillery on reserve
Funny you said that
because friends of mine for once are noticing my watch when I wear the datejust and try not to come too close for fear of damaging it whereas when I wear a Patek or my Lang & Heyne, no one really takes notice!!
It's great that watches can be totally discreet at any price point!
Something much harder to do with cars!